Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF] vs Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom

Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pentax

smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF]

f/3.8

Full specs

Vivitar

75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom

f/3.8

Full specs

Pick the Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF] if

You want a wider view: 28mm vs 75mm at the wide end

Pick the Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom if

You need more reach: 205mm vs 200mm at the long end

Spec differences

8 differences

Specifications that differ between the Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF] and the Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
	Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF]	Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom
Brand	Pentax	Vivitar
Type	Superzoom	Telephoto Zoom
Format	Full frame	not listed
Focal length	28-200mm	75-205mm
Filter thread	72 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.52 m	not listed
Optical design	16 elements / 14 groups	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed

2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all

Mount: Pentax K both
Max aperture: f/3.8 both

Our notes

Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF]

The Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28-200mm f/3.8-5.6 AL [IF] is a superzoom lens covering 28-200mm at f/3.8-5.6 for Pentax K mount cameras. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.

Our notes

Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom

The Vivitar 75-205mm f/3.8 Auto Tele-Zoom is a telephoto zoom lens covering 75-205mm at f/3.8 for Pentax K mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.